Never Forget the Love You Had

by MageTrollpatrol

Rating: everyone
Tags: Sad, Original Character, Dark, Romance, Slice of Life
Length: 3253

'She's gone......I loved her....no I still love her.....why did she have to go?'

Star Note was just a normal stallion who has a crush on his best friend. They had been friends for years, they had talked every day. He let her slip away. He now knows what a huge mistake that was.

Cover art done my Golfmann14. Find him on deviantart, brohoof, ect.

Published 2013-03-04 13:10:02 UTC
Last updated 2013-04-14 10:49:13 UTC

Chapter One

It was a normal day. Star Note had woken up, gotten dressed, and went to school. He had gone to his normal classes, done his assignments, and then went home. Later that evening, he went to hang out with his pegasus best friend, and only friend, Sapphire. They had been friends for years, although a few months ago, he developed a crush on Sapphire. He tried his best to keep it under wraps, for he thought it would spoil their friendship. It worked. He kept his lips sealed. He wondered if this was a mistake.

"Hey Sapphire!" shouted Star Note.

"Hey Star Note!" Sapphire was a jovial as always. Her dirty blonde mane looked amazing in the light. She smiled at Star Note, revealing a smile so bright that it could easily beat Celestia's sun. The feature that most caught Star Note's eye though, was Sapphire's eyes. They were a brilliant blue. The part that most "got" Star Note however, was the way she looked at him. She would look at him in a way that would brighten his day no matter how bad. Sapphire had always been there for him, and he had always been there for her.

The pair had planned on going to a movie tonight. Just as friends. The movie choice was Sapphire's this time. She chose a mushy romance movie. The evening proceeded normally. They sat, laughed, hugged, and went home. Although, Star Note wanted the evening to last just a while longer. He wanted to be with that stunning mare, Sapphire, just a little more, but that opportunity was gone now.

Star Note sighed to himself, 'Why do I have to be such a wuss? I mean....we've been friends for years, there's no way she would let this come between us.....' He pondered for a moment, 'I'll just call her then....just play it cool'

Brrrrrrnngg, Brrrrrrrnnng,"Hello? Who is this?" Said Sapphire, her angelic voice sounding a little annoyed.

"Hey Sapphire, it's me, Star Note." Start Note was beginning to feel queasy.

"Oh hey! What's up? Something you wanted to talk about?" Sapphire's voice had picked up in enthusiasm immensely.

"Oh well...umm...I just wanted to see how you were doing. So...yeah...how are you?" Star Note wanted to throw up.

"I'm doing just fine! I really enjoyed tonight! Oh and Star? Remember to study for the tests tomorrow!"

"Yeah...okay...well that's all. So..uh...see you tomorrow then! Bye!" Star Note hung up a little too quickly. He felt foolish for that. 'Oh well, I guess I'll do later.' He had been telling himself that for the past 3 weeks. Every time, he'd chicken out. No matter what.

Eventually, he felt the need for sleep. Star Note retired to his bedroom, and passed out as soon as he got onto the bed.

It was a normal day. Once again, Star Note woke up, got dressed and went to school. Today though, was the last day of school. His schedule was packed with test after test. Fortunately, school came easy to Star Note. Each class was the same. He walked in, sat down and took his test. He finished in the first 30 minutes so he had quite a bit of spare time before his next class started. Star Note would mostly draw Sapphire's cutie mark. It was a blue heart with two ponies on each side of it and bits of glitter around it. He knew the story behind it by heart. She got it the day he got his. At the exact same time too. Star Note was playing a piece he had been practicing on his lyre in front of Sapphire. After it was finished, he saw the tears in her eyes. Star Note thought something was wrong, so he rushed over to hug her and comfort her. They sat in silence and just held each other. At that moment, Sapphire got her cutie mark, and Star Note got his. A five pointed star composed of eighth notes. The ring of the period ending bell snapped him out of his thoughts. His next class was with Sapphire.

"Alright class, as you know, we'll be taking our final test today. You will have the entire period to complete the test. Be sure to mark the circles in fully. Make sure to double check all your answers. Do not spend too much time on any one problem. You may not go back into previous sections. After you are finished, turn in your test booklets to me and you may go outside for the rest of the period. Good luck. Ready, begin!" As the teacher finished, Sapphire and Star Note looked at each other. This was their best subject, History. In the first thirty minutes of class, both of them finished. They calmly handed their booklets in together, and went outside. The fresh air was great, but it was a short lived luxury. Time had eluded the pair and they once again had to take a test. Thankfully, this was the last test of the year. Both finished at the thirty minute mark. They were then dismissed from school and decided to go for a walk. The pair walked all day and into the night. They decided to get out of town a little ways and go to the place where they had met, those 5 years ago.

"Remember this place Sapphire?" Star Note whispered softly.

"How could I forget? This was the place our friendship began." Sapphire remembered every detail of that day...or night to be precise. Interestingly enough, it was the day they got out of school.

Sapphire and her friends were celebrating the final bell of school. They came to a meadow outside of town. This was the one of the most beautiful meadows in Ponyville. At the center of it, there was a huge maple tree, and under it sat a sad looking colt.

One of Sapphire's friends said, "Eww, it's that freak. Let's get out of here. He'll infect us with his freakness." All but Sapphire laughed at that, and all but Sapphire left. She walked up to the colt. Upon closer inspection, she saw that he was crying.

"Hey kid, what's wrong? Shouldn't you be out with your friends celebrating?" Then it hit her, this colt didn't have any friends. He was alone.

"Are you just here to mock me too?" The colt sobbed. "If you are then just go away" Saying this only made him cry harder.

"I'm not here to do that. By the way, I don't have anyone to hang out with anymore, so...do you want to celebrate with me?" Sapphire then walked beside him and sat down. She gave him a hug and then told him everything would be okay. "I'll be your friend. Just to prove it, I'm going to spend the entire day with you today and tomorrow!"

The fifth grade Star Note practically exploded with happiness. He finally had a friend. His first friend, and just as she promised, Sapphire spent the entire day with him the next day and the rest of that night. It was the beginning of a long and close friendship.

Sapphire snapped back to the present. "Wow that takes me back. This place really is beautiful." She then turned to Star Note. "I'm glad I met you Star. I really am. I wouldn't trade you for the world. You are the best friend a mare could ask for."

So the two of them spent the night there, just as they did five years ago. Just as they did every year since they met. All was well in the world. Sapphire and Star Note fell asleep just as Luna's reign over the sky ended, and the sun began it's journey upward.

Always keep your friends close. Love and support them through everything, and in turn they will do the same for you. Never forget the love you had.

Author's Note

I....have no idea if this is going to tank or be okay.....constructive criticism very much appreciated.

Chapter Two

When Star Note woke up, Sapphire was gone. In her place was a note.
It read:

Good morning! I went to go get some stuff so we could have breakfast. Stay right here sleepyhead!

Your best friend,

Sapphire

'Why does she always do this? I mean I know we've been having breakfast here every summer for the past 3 years but....couldn't she at least stay here until I'm up? Oh well, she'll be back soon....at least, I think. She could go off on some....'
Star Note's thoughts were cut off by the crash of a metal tray.

"Hey lazy bones! Can I get some help over here?" Sapphire's angelic voice called. She had two carts of ingredients.

"If you wouldn't take so much stuff, I wouldn't have to help you!" Star Note teased as he trotted over to where Sapphire was. "You know, you could wait for me and we could have gone together. I don't sleep that long." He said as he walked beside her with one tray.

"But I didn't have to wait in line at the market because I got there early. So you shush Star." Sapphire batted Star Note's nose when she said that.

Star Note laughed lightly when Sapphire touched him. "So what are we having for breakfast?"

Sapphire thought about the question before answering. "Hmm, well, nothing specific. I thought we could try making something together. All the other times I made everything alone, so let's do this together, just like we've done everything since we met."

Star Note sighed and took a moment to reminisce about all the good times they had spent together and all the good times to come. "Well, let's get started then. What should we make? How about...hmm....let's make some Eggs Benedict with some.....Grass Pancakes...and....hmm...blueberry pie."

"Why pie? Isn't breakfast a bit early for pie?"

Star Note just laughed. "Anytime is a good time for pie. Especially with someone like you." It was Star Note's turn to bat Sapphire on the nose.

Sapphire just turned red and hugged him. "Did I ever tell you how glad I am that we are friends?"

"Like everyday Sapphire" Star Note gave Sapphire a smile and then began cooking with her. The breakfast was delicious. The pair ate their fill, and then walked back to Sapphire's house.

"So what else should we do today?" Sapphire asked. She had a certain twinkle in her eye.

"You have too much energy. We could just relax at the lake today. That'd be a nice thing to do together. Meet me there before sunset 'kay?" Star Note replied. He couldn't wait until he got to go hang out with Sapphire again to tell the truth. All he had to do was wait. That was the hard part.

"Where are you going Sapphire?" Sapphire's mother called to her.

"To the lake to hang out with Star Note. Where else?" Sapphire replied with a hint of sass in her voice.

"You spend an awful lot of time with that young stallion. What's going on between you two?" Teased the mother.

"Oh shush Mom. There's nothing between us. We're just best friends." Sapphire thought to herself, 'At least...I think that's all we are.....' She shook herself out of her thoughts, "Well I'm off, wish me luck!"

"Bye sweetie! Have a lovely time! Oh and by the way, your father is coming home this weekend. Maybe you could invite Star Note over for dinner and we could officially meet him."

"I'll ask him! I won't be coming home tonight again! I'm staying at the beach! Okay bye Mom!" And with that, Sapphire was off to Lake Ponyville.

When Sapphire arrived, it was only a few minutes before sunset. Star Note was sleeping in the sand. Sapphire trotted over to him and lye right next to him. She put her mouth right next to his ear a ever so softly whispered, "Wake up sleepyhead."

"Hey Sapphire." Said Star Note groggily. "You're just in time for the sunset. It's so pretty when it casts its reflection over the lake. Look!"

All Sapphire could say was "Wooooww" She was completely mesmerized by the beauty of the scene. She didn't notice it right away, but she was starting to lean on Star Note.

Star Note noticed and whispered to her, "Sapphire, I'm not a pillow" He said it with a chuckle and only nuzzled closer with her.

Now it was Sapphire's turn to say something. "What are you doing? I'm not a blanket." She said this with a very playful tone.

Star Note stammered over his words. "W-Well I..umm...I-I...was a l-little chilly..."

Sapphire burst out laughing that time. "Star Note." She said while wiping tears of laughter from her eyes, "It's fine. I don't mind."

The two best friends sat in a comfortable silence as they watched the night pass by. Eventually they both grew tired.

"It's getting late Sapphire. I'm getting tired."

"Well then let's sleep. I forgot blankets and pillows, but we didn't have a problem with that earlier." She winked at Star Note when she said that.

"If you insist." Star Note began to resume the position he had earlier, but this time Sapphire was in his hooves.

The pair didn't know it, but they were thinking the exact same thing.

'Where does this leave us?'

Love can be found anywhere. You just have to look.Old love can be rekindled or new love can be found. If you keep your heart open, love will always find its way in.

Author's Note

Well, tell me what you think of this chapter. Constructive criticism is greatly appreciated.

Chapter Three

Star Note was the first one to wake up. The chill wind and light sprinkle coming from above are what roused him from his slumber. Sapphire was in the same position she fell asleep in. She was in his hooves. It all seemed so surreal. He wanted this, yet, it didn't seem right. Star Note thought about getting up and going for a walk, but thought better of it. He didn't want to wake Sapphire. She looked beautiful. Her blonde mane was gently swaying in the breeze. He could feel her gentle breaths going in and out. The light sprinkle had picked up into a light drizzle. After giving it some thought, Star Note decided to carry Sapphire under a tree with a heavy canopy. This woke the gentle mare from her sleep.

"*yawn* Oh hey Star Note. How did you sleep?" Sapphire said groggily.

"I slept alright. I carried you under this tree. As you can see, it's raining. I thought you'd appreciate it if I got you out of the drizzle. So, how did you sleep?" Star Note said nonchalantly.

"I slept extraordinarily well." Sapphire's stomach barged in on the conversation. "Heh...I think we should get something to eat." Sapphire was bright red.

"Sure, but first, where does this leave us? I mean...we kinda...you know...slept in each other's hooves." Star Note looked down at padded at the ground.

"What do you mean?" A look of revelation crossed her face. "Oh..umm..I don't know...I..uhh...can we talk about this later?"

Star Note sighed and looked up at Sapphire. "Fine. If I remember correctly, it's my turn to choose where we go. So...let's go to..hmm...The Jade Pearl. I heard they have great breakfast. Literally whatever you want to eat they have."

"Sounds good. Race you!" Sapphire shot off ahead of Star Note. She was a pegasus so she definitely had the advantage here.

"Cheater!" He called. He then shot a magic bolt that covered Sapphire in marshmallow goop. "You didn't even say go!" When he caught up to her, he cleaned the marshmallow off and then started a fair race with a fireworks shot into the grey sky. Sapphire's wings were bound and Star Note wasn't allowed to use magic. It was a close race, but Sapphire just barely beat Star Note. They walked into The Jade Pearl laughing and wet from head to toe.

A very disgusted looking waiter lead them to their table and ordered their drinks. Star Note ordered their signature beverage; Jade Tea. Sapphire ordered plain orange juice. As they waited for their drinks, the pair conversed as friends do.

"You know, I've been thinking." Began Star Note. "We've been spending a lot of time together. And that time has been getting more and more...intimate...and..I want to know how you feel about all this."

Sapphire pondered this for a moment. "I couldn't tell you, because I don't know. I don't know how I feel about this. I just let it happen and take it as it comes. A part of me wants to make more of it than there is, wants to over analyze it. I just...I just don't know Star."

Star Note looked like a mix between elation and disappointment. "Oh, okay. Well...I uh..." Star Note desperately wanted to tell her how he felt. "Oh hey! Drinks are here!"

The waiter looked as if he had just witnessed a man try to publicly humiliate another person and ended up getting humiliated himself in a very smelly manner. "Are you ready to order? Or shall I bring out our appetizers while you decide?"

Star Note became puzzled. "Appetizers? At breakfast?"

The waiter acted as if Star Note was an insane man who had just cursed his mother. "Yes. Appetizers at breakfast. It's part of a new restaurant craze. Have you been living under a rock?"

Now it was Star Note's turn to look offended. Luckily, Sapphire caught his eye and shook her head. "Yes. We'll have the appetizers while we decide what we want." And with that and a hoity toity head toss, the waiter went to get the food that was to tide them while they waited.

"Man, that is the one problem with this place. The waiters are so judgemental and snooty." Star Note said. He then took a sip of his hot Jade Tea. "But damn if their tea isn't the best! *ahem* uh..sorry about that..it's just the tea..but uhh...what're you gonna get?"

"Oh probably...hmm...Eggs Benedict."

"Heh..that's what I was gonna get..how improbable.."

"Star Note.."

"Yeah?"

"Just shut up and kiss me."

Star Note was phased at that moment. He didn't know if he was dreaming or if this was reality. Only when Sapphire's lips met his did he know for sure it wasn't a dream. Today was the greatest day ever....that is, until the waiter came back.

The waiter cleared his throat loudly. For once, he wasn't scowling. He was actually smiling. "Ahh young love" he said quietly to himself. "You're appetizer is here. Enjoy." With a graceful bow, the waiter left the two alone. He would've taken their order, but he knew they were sharing a moment.

"What just happened?" Said Star Note, still in a daze.

"Do you mean the kiss or the waiter?" Sapphire replied giggling.

"Both, but mainly the kiss."

"Well you don't hide it very well. You've had a crush on me for a really long time. And I thought I would let you know that way."

"So, does this mean you like me too Sapphire?"

"...yes..."

Sometimes, it takes others to show you how much people care.

Author's Note

Sorry for the long wait. I had some family business I had to deal with. Hope you enjoyed it! Leave any suggestions or corrections below. Drop a like or a fav if you did enjoy it.